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Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum

Q: Who is eligible for the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum program?

To be eligible for the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum program, you must: Open to Indigenous women entrepreneurs Open to gender-diverse Indigenous individuals in business

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum?

You can contact Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC).

Q: Where is the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum available?

The Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum program is available across Canada.

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Canada

Mentorship and other resources for entrepreneurs

Grant and Funding

Native Women’s Association of Canada

Overview

Indigenous women and gender-diverse people can get support in business, management, and entrepreneurship skills from peer mentorship and business resources.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Develop an online presence

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Location

Canada

Legal structures

For-profit business
Sole proprietorship

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Indigenous Peoples
2SLGBTQI+
Women

Activities funded

Participation in peer mentorship and navigation programs to enhance business, management, and entrepreneurship skills.
Accessing business resources and support networks dedicated to Indigenous women and gender-diverse entrepreneurs.
Engagement in skill-building activities for strengthening entrepreneurial capacity.
Networking with other Indigenous entrepreneurs through organized conferences and ongoing community initiatives.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 100,000

Launching a start-up incubator for young Indigenous women

$ 70,000

Keystones of Support: Establishing business development workshops

$ 75,000

Creating a comprehensive business resource library for Indigenous women

$ 90,000

Promoting Indigenous women-owned businesses through a marketing campaign

$ 60,000

Implementing a peer mentorship program for Indigenous women entrepreneurs

$ 40,000

Collaborating with local nonprofits to recognized 'Entrepreneur of the Month'

Eligibility

The applicant must be an Indigenous woman or gender-diverse person.
The applicant must be entering or active in the fields of business, management, or entrepreneurship.

Who is eligible?

Businesses and entrepreneurial ventures led by Indigenous women
Businesses and entrepreneurial ventures led by gender-diverse Indigenous people

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

How to apply

Access Application Form

Visit the Native Women’s Association of Canada's #BeTheDrum program page.
Click on the "Application In English" button to begin the application process.

Complete Intake Form

Fill out the English Intake Form with all required information, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Submit the Application

Review your completed application form for any errors or omissions.
Submit the form online through the designated platform.

Confirmation

Wait for a confirmation email or notification verifying receipt of your application.

Additional information

The #BeTheDrum program offers peer mentorship to support ongoing entrepreneurial development.
Participants gain access to a range of business resources and networking opportunities through program features such as the Women's Business Directory and "Entrepreneur of the Month" recognition.
The program is made possible through financial support from the Government of Canada.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum?

Who is eligible for the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum program?

What expenses are eligible under Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum?

Participation in peer mentorship and navigation programs to enhance business, management, and entrepreneurship skills. Accessing business resources and support networks dedicated to Indigenous women and gender-diverse entrepreneurs. Engagement in skill-building activities for strengthening entrepreneurial capacity. Networking with other Indigenous entrepreneurs through organized conferences and ongoing community initiatives.